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We talk about ambition! How ambitious are we? Is it good to be ambitious? Is it HEALTHY to be ambitious?
Inspired by Amie's substack post.
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00:00 Introduction: Ambition and the Hustle
00:26 Recording Struggles and Podcast Delays
01:25 Guilt and Ambition: A Personal Reflection
02:08 The Toxicity of Ambition in Society
03:30 Money and Ambition: A Complex Relationship
05:19 Hustle Culture: Is It Still Relevant?
06:40 Historical Perspectives on Work and Leisure
12:23 Personal Ambitions and Creative Drive
18:21 Navigating Life as a Neurodiverse Individual
20:07 Facing the Fear of Misalignment
20:24 Struggles with Traditional Employment
20:58 Discovering Autism and Its Impact
21:46 Systematizing Ambition
22:47 Healthy Ambition and Personal Growth
23:39 Ambition in the Context of Capitalism
24:37 Community and Connection
25:21 Exploring Vulnerability and Teaching
30:13 Balancing Personal and Structural Ambition
36:04 Podcast Updates and Housekeeping
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39:17
How to Be Consistent When You Have Multiple Projects, How We Rest, and Artists' Money Issues (Q+A)
MORE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS PLS
00:00 Welcome to the Unpublished Podcast
01:16 Audience Questions Introduction
03:34 Multidisciplinary Creativity
16:18 Self-Publishing Insights
24:30 The Emotional Side of Money for Artists
28:56 Financial Stress and Relationships
29:24 The Myth of Pure Art
31:21 Collective Members' Questions
32:05 Balancing Work and Rest
35:43 Supporting Each Other's Strengths
42:09 The Importance of Shitty Art
53:27 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events
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55:58
We Don't Want Jobs!
We don't want jobs, we want to make art! You can read Amie's viral substack article here and pre-order WNYA here.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Captain Hat
01:22 Discussing the Viral Essay on Not Wanting a Job
01:59 The Taboo of Not Wanting a Job
03:09 Capitalism and Meaningless Work
05:36 Artists and the Value of Work
15:21 Anti-Work Movement and Personal Reflections
18:44 Outsourcing Drudgery and Job Satisfaction
28:33 Middle-Class Jobs and Psychological Impact
30:08 Navigating New Territory: Vulnerability in Work Discussions
30:40 Viral Post Impact: Emotional and Psychological Strain
32:13 Criticism and Personal Reflections
33:42 Privilege and Its Role in the Conversation
39:03 Systemic Issues vs. Personal Empowerment
46:31 The Future of Work in the Age of AI
51:44 The Value of Education and University Degrees
54:31 Empowering Artists: A Call to Action
55:34 Book Launch and Community Engagement
59:03 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
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59:34
Artist, You're Allowed to Stay Small and Sustainable
WTF why is the video so bright after I export it? Y'all, video is hard!
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"This book is desperately needed medicine for our hearts, our lives, and our culture. I will read it over and over until its many truths sink into every one of my cells. If you have ever felt the slightest impulse to create anything, I urge you to do the same. Well researched, beautifully written, and powerfully healing, WE NEED YOUR ART is not only a great read, but a manifesto for our personal and collective freedom. Thank you, Amie McNee!"
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What Can Artists Expect in 2025 (Last Prediction Will Shock You [Because it's So Not Any More Interesting Than Any Other Prediction and Just as Likely to be Wrong])?
Join us as we predict creative trends for 2025! It's all speculation and probably going to be wrong... but we had fun.
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00:00 Welcome to the Unpublished Podcast
01:46 Why You Should Be Hopeful for 2025
01:57 The Importance of Hope in Creativity
02:41 Challenges and Pessimism in the Creative Community
06:30 Predictions and Hopes for Creatives in 2025
07:46 Building Personal Connections with Your Audience
08:05 The Rise of Micro Communities
15:48 Curating Media Consumption
20:01 The Value of Free Content
25:12 Podcast Production Costs and Realities
27:27 Competing with Industry Giants
28:53 Artists and Business
31:14 Class Consciousness Among Artists
34:00 The AI Dilemma for Artists
41:38 The Future of Human Art
52:09 The Importance of Art for Wellbeing
56:02 Final Thoughts and Housekeeping
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Join Amie McNee from @inspiredtowrite and her writer husband James Winestock for a podcast about building a sustainable creative life. A place to take your art seriously where you can go to reflect on your journey and build a thriving creative practice.